Chivers, Tom
London Clay: Journeys in the Deep City
- ISBN 13:
- 9781529176711
- author:
- Chivers, Tom
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Penguin (Transworld)
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 464
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.7 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Science, Earth Sciences, Geology,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
London Clay is a lyrical exploration of the hidden landscapes and cities that shape our understanding of the world. Tom Chivers delves into the geological mysteries that underpin our urban environments, uncovering secrets and stories that lie beneath the surface of our streets.
Through a combination of historical research, vivid reportage, and personal memoir, Chivers leads us on a journey into the depths of the city, revealing the intersections of nature and the metropolis. From Roman ruins to submerged playhouses, and from abandoned Tube stations to underground rivers, this book is a meditation on the spaces that exist between the natural world and the city.
With the forensic eye of an investigator and the soul of a poet, Tom Chivers presents a unique and engaging perspective on the urban landscape. This book will transform how you see London, and cities everywhere, and is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the intersection of history, geology, and the human experience.
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